Comparison between Numbuzin No.1 Pure-full Calming Herb Toner vs. Pyunkang Yul Toner Essence

Find out which product is better for your skin.

18 Ingredients 7

1
Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) Extract
1
Astragalus Membranaceus (Huang Qi) Root Extract
2
Houttuynia Cordata (Tsi) Extract
2
1,2-Hexanediol
3
Glycyrrhiza Uralensis (Licorice) Root Extract
3
Butylene Glycol
4
1,2-Hexanediol
4
Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane
5
Dipropylene Glycol
5
Hydroxyethylcellulose
6
Propanediol
6
Carbomer
7
Butylene Glycol
7
Arginine
8
Glycerin
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Uniqueness13 out of 18
72.2%
Uniqueness2 out of 7
28.6%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
No
No
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
7 out of 18
39%
chemical
10 out of 18
56%
natural
1 out of 7
14%
chemical
6 out of 7
86%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 6Negative: 0
1,2-Hexanediol#4Butylene Glycol#7Glycerin#8Allantoin#14Betaine#17Panthenol#18
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#14
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#14
Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
1,2-Hexanediol#2Butylene Glycol#3
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0

Detailed view

Numbuzin No.1 Pure-full Calming Herb Toner vs. Pyunkang Yul Toner Essence
Position 1

#1Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) Extract

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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#1Astragalus Membranaceus (Huang Qi) Root Extract

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Position 2

#2Houttuynia Cordata (Tsi) Extract

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#21,2-Hexanediol

Origin: chemical
Role: Solvent
Moisturizing
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

1,2-Hexanediol can do a lot of good things for the formulation of the product. It’s an emollient, preservative, and humectant. It keeps skin hydrated and soft. It’s a good component for dry and dehydrated skin.

Position 3

#3Glycyrrhiza Uralensis (Licorice) Root Extract

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent
EWG Rating [ 4 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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#3Butylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair protection
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Butylene Glycol is a very popular synthetic alcohol. It helps the product to absorb deeper and faster. It is also a solvent for other ingredients. As for the skin benefits, it helps to attract water and helps to make the skin softer.

Unlike many other “Glycols”, it is not harmful and that's why it is used in many products. It was approved by US FDA and US EPA for usage.

Position 4

#41,2-Hexanediol

Origin: chemical
Role: Solvent
Moisturizing
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

1,2-Hexanediol can do a lot of good things for the formulation of the product. It’s an emollient, preservative, and humectant. It keeps skin hydrated and soft. It’s a good component for dry and dehydrated skin.

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#4Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Foam booster, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Surfactant
Softening
Hair conditioning
PEG
EWG Rating [ 3 ]
Position 5

#5Dipropylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Dipropylene Glycol is a solvent, emulsifier, viscosity decreasing, and masking agent. It helps to extract useful chemicals from plants and leaves, making natural components in a product more effective. It also helps to hydrate the skin. Considered safe for health and doesn't irritate the skin in common concentration.

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#5Hydroxyethylcellulose

Origin: chemical
Role: Binding, Emulsion stabilizer, Film former, Stabilising, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Hydroxyethylcellulose doesn’t provide any notable skincare benefits. It’s used for formulation purposes. It’s a very effective emulsifier and thickening agent. It also improves the product’s texture and feel. It allows manufacturers to use less surfactant making the product safer for your skin.

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